The Effect of Auditing Regulations Changes on Audit Quality in the Australian Auditing Market

This study explores the impact of significant Australian audit regulations (ASX CGC 2003, CLERP 9, ASX CGC 2010) on auditors' opinions and earnings management. It draws from auditors' views in publicly listed firms. Findings show ASX CGC 2003 reforms mitigate earnings management, while ASX...

Full description

Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Almaatouk, Maha
Format: Thesis
Published: Curtin University 2023
Online Access:http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.11937/94171
Description
Summary:This study explores the impact of significant Australian audit regulations (ASX CGC 2003, CLERP 9, ASX CGC 2010) on auditors' opinions and earnings management. It draws from auditors' views in publicly listed firms. Findings show ASX CGC 2003 reforms mitigate earnings management, while ASX CGC 2010 positively influences auditors' opinions. These insights, reinforced by sensitivity analyses, underline the study's necessity and propose implications for policy modifications, relevant to auditors, investors, and academia.